Estimator - Buildings East

Mississauga, ON, CAFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-10-22

Core

Develop accurate estimates and subcontractor costing for major construction projects (50M+) from budgeting through contract letting.

Role type

Senior Estimator (Construction)

Builds

Construction project bids and cost plans for major infrastructure and building projects

Domain

Construction (Industrial/Commercial/Infrastructure)

Required skills

Estimating techniques, tendering process, contract negotiation, reading construction plans/specs, estimating software (InEight, On-screen Takeoff), Microsoft Office suite, value engineering, preliminary budgeting, cost plan development, database management, historical data analysis, RFQ/RFP/EOI proposal writing

Preferred skills

PQS or CET designation, experience with ICI construction projects, subject matter expertise in proposal submissions

Responsibilities

Solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, determine general expenses and margins, review project documents and analyze subcontractor requirements, identify risks and opportunities, develop preliminary construction schedules, lead estimate review and tender submission, assist in post-tender negotiations, participate in preconstruction planning and scope definition, maintain cost databases, prepare conceptual estimates

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC

About Bird

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